Unicoi County Schools had the privilege of recognizing and honoring nine dedicated employees who are retiring from Unicoi County Schools at the August Board Meeting.

We are incredibly grateful for the countless hours, dedication, and positive impact each of these individuals has made throughout their careers in service to our students, families, and schools.

Please join us in congratulating and thanking our 2026 retirees:

• Tracy Foster – Food Service Manager, Unicoi County High School

• Mike Huggins – Bus Driver, System-Wide

• Tim Higgins – Teacher, Unicoi County Middle School

• Ruth Jackson – Teacher, Unicoi County High School

• Colonel Louis Kaelin – JROTC Instructor, Unicoi County High School

• Mike Lamie – Teacher, Unicoi County High School

• John Lewis – Teacher, Unicoi County High School/CTE

• Nancy McBride – Teacher, Unicoi Elementary School

• Greg VanTassell – Teacher, Unicoi County Middle School

Thank you for your years of service, dedication, and commitment to Unicoi County Schools. Your contributions have made a lasting difference in the lives of our students and in our school community.

We wish each of you a happy and fulfilling retirement! 

Pictured from left to right: Tracy Foster, Mike Huggins, Tim Higgins, Colonel Louis Kaelin, John Lewis, and Nancy McBride.

Not pictured: Ruth Jackson, Mike Lamie, and Greg VanTassell.